October 13, 15, 16, 17, 23, 22, 24
Rudolf Nureyev, a dear friend of The Joffrey and one of the
single most influential dancers of the 20th century,
revolutionized the role of the male dancer.
This program features three short works which are forever
associated with the Nureyev legacy and his connection to The
Joffrey: Laurencia Pas d’Action, a dazzling work with a
Spanish flair excerpted from the grand Russian classic
Laurencia; and Apollo, Balanchine’s masterpiece about the
Greek god and his realization of his power. These
performances mark The Joffrey’s premiere of Apollo and
Laurencia. Finally, Petrouchka is a tale of an endearing and
soulful marionette, whose hopeless love for a doll leads to
murder.
Join us to experience this breathtaking tribute to one of
ballet’s immortal greats.
All programming is subject to change.
Live music performed by The Chicago Sinfonietta.
